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あのう
anou
Description
「あのう」は、話しはじめる時によく使うことばです。
"あのう" is a word often used when starting to speak.
人に何かを聞いたり、たのんだりする前に言うと、やわらかい感じになります。
Saying "あのう" before asking or requesting something makes it sound softer.
Meanings
あのうanou
um; er; excuse me (to start speaking or get attention)
あのう、すみません、駅はどこですか。
Excuse me, where is the station?
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Notes
- Nuance
A softening filler to open a conversation or politely get someone's attention; less abrupt than jumping straight in.
- Form
Lengthened form of あの; the drawn-out vowel signals hesitation or politeness.
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